Unit of competency Outline
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Sew leather by hand
Sew leather by hand
Unit of competency
National Code
LMTLG3003A
LMTLG3003A
State Code
W7388
W7388
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/06/2011
Field of Education
030107 - Garment Making
Original Release Date
22/06/2011
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to sew panels or pieces of leather by hand.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare work pieces
- 1.1 Pieces are received, checked and any follow up action assessed in accordance with workplace procedures including quality checks
- 1.2 Quality of received component parts or pieces is assessed
- 1.3 Work pieces are laid out in accordance with workplace procedures and specifications
2 Prepare workstation
- 2.1 Workbench and seating are set up to achieve operator comfort and to minimise fatigue
- 2.2 Records are kept
- 2.3 Threads are selected according to specifications
- 2.4 Needle types are checked and changed as necessary
- 2.5 Stitch length and tension are determined according to manufacturing schedule
3 Perform hand sewing
- 3.1 Pieces are selected according to size, colour and style
- 3.2 Seams are hand sewn to achieve specified results and quality expectations
- 3.3 Threads are trimmed as required
- 3.4 Products are reinforced according to style, as required
4 Perform manual decorative hand stitching
- 4.1 Decorative hand stitching is performed as required in accordance with specifications
5 Conduct final quality check
- 5.1 Final quality check is assessed for hand sewing operation
6 Despatch completed work
- 6.1 Completed component parts, panels or pieces are bundled, stacked, stored or despatched
- 6.2 Production faults are recorded as required
- 6.3 Records are completed
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the Performance Criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the Performance Criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
comply with all relevant safety requirements including safe use of needles and associated tools
interpret work orders
interpret specifications of needles, threads, and materials used in the hand sewing process
prepare and set up material for hand sewing
perform hand sewing process
inspect completed work and determine any rectification necessary
perform normal operator maintenance of work area to enable work to be conducted safely and efficiently
document and communicate work related information including reporting of faults and other problems
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment
Context and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
comply with all relevant safety requirements including safe use of needles and associated tools
interpret work orders
interpret specifications of needles, threads, and materials used in the hand sewing process
prepare and set up material for hand sewing
perform hand sewing process
inspect completed work and determine any rectification necessary
perform normal operator maintenance of work area to enable work to be conducted safely and efficiently
document and communicate work related information including reporting of faults and other problems
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment
Context and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXP91 | LMTPRLG05AA | Sew by hand - 1 | Unit of competency |
| AXP92 | LMTPRLG05BA | Sew by hand - 2 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAV28 | MSTLG3003 | Sew leather by hand | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W375 | LMT30907 | Certificate III in Leather Production | Qualification |